The article discusses the looming possibility of a historic Champions League final between Barcelona and Real Madrid amidst doubts regarding their current performance. Barcelona is criticized for being too young and inexperienced, while Real Madrid is suffering from fatigue and injuries among key players. Despite these challenges, there exists a strong desire among fans for a Clásico showdown in Munich, suggesting that such a match would capture global attention. The author urges a dose of realism as both teams navigate the quarterfinals of this elite competition.
The Champions League is a quixotic, often bittersweet object of desire so let's face the truth: the two Spanish behemoths could, if they drop their standards this week, already be clinging on to survival in this elite competition and we're only at the quarterfinal stage.
Over the last 30 years the Clásico has inarguably proven to be the only gigantic global-impact soccer match which never, ever fails to attract attention or excitement.
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